Attorney V, Assistant Chief Of Litigation-County Attorney - J10021 - 11300

Base Pay: $90,688.00 Annual

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SUMMARY: Provides assistance and leadership in handling a variety of litigation and non-litigation matters on behalf of the Nueces County Attorney’s office including section 1983 claims, Texas Torts Claims Act litigation, contract and property litigation, and employment claims. Manages and performs all aspects of simple and complex litigation from the initial claim through appeal. Provides legal counsel to County officials on civil and administrative matters and collaborates with senior staff to ensure the County is represented to the highest professional standards. Additional responsibilities include reviewing, communicating and collaborating with external co-counsel, reviewing the County’s compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and performing other tasks as assigned by County Attorney.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Conducts legal research, prepares letters, legal briefs, pleadings, and motions, and litigates complex cases in state and federal courts, including trials, depositions, and mediations.

Provides oversight and guidance on claims by and against the County, including directing legal investigations, evaluations, and settlements.

Screens and reviews cases, issues, contracts and other legal documents for legal and factual sufficiency and direct the gathering of additional information.

Assists Chief of Litigation in overseeing the daily operations of the litigation unit, including personnel management, resource allocation, and strategic planning.

Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the litigation unit.

Conducts legal research and provides opinions on matters brought by the Commissioners Court and/or County Departments, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Conducts research, investigations and negotiations to determine the best court or non-court action under the circumstances.

Collaborates with Chief of Litigation and external counsel and oversee significant litigation cases, including civil rights and employment law matters.

Monitors state and federal caselaw developments relevant to County operations providing timely updates and recommendations to ensure legal compliance and inform decision-making.

Prepares cases for trial or prepares legal questions or issues for other final legal disposition. Prepares cases for administrative hearings.

Researches and briefs law specifically related to civil county case(s) or issues and to any potential appeal.

Takes depositions, drafts and responds to discovery and issues related legal documents, including subpoenas, motions and other related documents.

Represents Department Heads before Civil Service Commission, prepares cases through conclusion including conferring with department heads and witnesses.

Presents cases before Juvenile Board.

Confers with supervisor, clients, opposing counsel, witnesses and other parties concerning discovery, preparation of legal documents and matters germane to litigation or other appropriate disposition.

Responds to inquiries from internal and external sources.

Conducts appeals of litigated cases, including drafting appellate briefs, preparing oral arguments, and representing the County in appellate courts.

Advises department heads and officials on employment and other legal issues including preparing EEOC or Department of Labor responses.

Assists clerical and legal secretarial staff as needed.

May supervise clerical or secretarial staff on the processing of assigned case(s), legal issues, or contracts.

May serve as county representative for collective bargaining.

Represent the County Attorney’s Office at public events and community outreach efforts, as needed.

May assist with training programs for attorneys and staff to ensure continued professional development.

Compile statistical reports and/or utilize relevant and current technology to process, retrieve and disseminate information.

May litigate involuntary civil commitments or protective orders, including conference with family members and with social workers, doctors and other health care staff at health care facilities.

Monitors bond forfeiture docket and, where appropriate, litigates cases before the court, seeking default judgments, abstracts and execution on judgments.

Serves as a resource to other county departments on a variety of legal issues.

Presents cases before appropriate court and/or jury.

Drafts final orders, temporary orders, motions, or other court documents applicable to litigati